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10: Up The Junction with Chris Difford
10: Up The Junction with Chris Difford
10: Up The Junction with Chris Difford
Tuesday 23rd June 2020
Chris Difford shares his addiction struggles in the music industry with hosts Finty Williams and John McKeown. Listen for a raw, candid conversation.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Chris Difford's Battle: Addiction and the Music Industry
I look back at it, because I thought: right, no one's listening to me. I was living, my friends were downstairs in the living room watching television, and I went upstairs and I put a wardrobe against the door and I took all these pills and I lay on the bed and I went right, I'm off.
Imagine reaching the pinnacle of fame yet feeling utterly alone. That's the reality Chris Difford, founder of the iconic band Squeeze, opens up about in this episode of 'The Wagon'. Hosts Finty Williams and John McKeown sit down with Difford to uncover his harrowing journey through addiction, which starkly contrasted with his public success. Despite the glamour of the 80s music scene, Difford reveals how cocaine became a destructive currency, isolating him from those around him.
He recounts hitting rock bottom, even attempting to take his own life, and underscores the crucial role of communication and support networks in his recovery. The episode also touches on his deep bond with drummer Gilson Lavis, whose unwavering support was a lifeline during his darkest times. This candid conversation offers a raw glimpse into the music industry's darker side and the importance of mental health.
If you're curious about the human side of rock-and-roll and the fight for sobriety, this episode is a must-listen.